As reported by the State Food and Veterinary Service (VMVT), Salmonella spp. was detected in fresh broiler chicken thigh meat. Meat from the manufacturer UAB “Nematekas” was available for purchase at “Maxima”.
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As 15min stated, Ernesta Vareikytė, head of media relations at “Maxima”, after self-control tests, Salmonella was found in the product supplied by the supplier ŽŪB “Nematekas” under the brand “Well Done” – fresh broiler chicken thigh meat, with a use-by date of August 6, 2026.
“As soon as we received the test results, we removed this product from sale and started recalling it from customers. Information about the recalled product is also posted in “Maxima” stores. The recall from customers is carried out until August 18,” she said.
According to E. Vareikytė, customers who still have this product at home are asked to return it to any “Maxima” store. It is also advised to check freezers if this meat may have been frozen for later use.
“Customers will be refunded for the returned product. The product must be brought to any “Maxima” store and a purchase receipt or other proof of purchase must be presented.
You can also contact our customer service department by toll-free phone +370 800 200 50 or by email at klientai@maxima.lt. When contacting by email, we will ask you to send photos of the product and proof of purchase,” she said.
According to E. Vareikytė, customer safety and the quality of products sold are a priority for the retail chain, so in such cases, all planned actions to remove unsafe products from the market, recall them, and inform customers are taken immediately.
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Can cause intestinal infection
15min reminds that Salmonella are bacteria that can cause an acute infectious intestinal disease – salmonellosis.
It manifests with diarrhea, fever, abdominal and headache pain. These symptoms usually appear 12–72 hours after infection.
The illness usually lasts 4–7 days, and most people recover without specific treatment. However, in some patients, the bacteria can enter the bloodstream and other organs from the intestines. In such cases, untreated illness can be fatal. A more severe course of the disease is typical for infants, young children, elderly people, and individuals with weakened immune systems.
However, as VMVT reminds, Salmonella infection can be avoided by properly heat-treating meat, especially poultry. It should be boiled or fried until the internal temperature reaches at least 70 °C.
According to VMVT, it is also necessary to wash hands after handling raw meat or eggs, use separate utensils for raw meat and other products, and regularly disinfect surfaces.
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